Biles nails Yurchenko’s double pike, gets move named after her at Worlds.
October 1, 2023 – 12:47 PM PDT
(Reuters) – American gymnast Simone Biles makes history at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships by becoming the first woman to successfully perform the Yurchenko double pike. This incredible vault will now be named after her.
The Yurchenko double pike, the most challenging jump in women’s gymnastics, was given a difficulty rating of 6.4 points by the technical committee in anticipation of its execution.
The 26-year-old athlete achieved a score of 15.266, contributing to her total all-around score of 58.865. As a result, the vault will be officially named Biles II, adding to the original jump named after her in 2018.
With an impressive collection of 25 world medals, the highest in gymnastics history, and seven Olympic medals, Simone Biles, the oldest American woman to compete at the world championships, now has five skills named after her. These include two on the floor exercise, two on vault, and one on the balance beam.
The US women’s team finished at the top of the table in their qualifying subdivision and will compete for team gold on Wednesday in Antwerp.
Reporting by Angelica Medina in Mexico City Editing by Christian Radnedge
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How did Biles’ historic achievement on the vault contribute to the Bdivision’s success in securing a spot in the team finals?
Bdivision, securing a spot in the team finals. Biles’ historic achievement on the vault undoubtedly played a significant role in their success.
Speaking after her groundbreaking performance, Biles expressed her gratitude and excitement. She acknowledged the difficulty of the Yurchenko double pike and the importance of pushing boundaries in the sport. Biles hopes that her accomplishments will inspire future generations of gymnasts to dream big and aim higher.
Her coach, Laurent Landi, praised Biles’ dedication, work ethic, and fearlessness. He highlighted the immense amount of training and preparation that went into perfecting the Yurchenko double pike. Landi believes that Biles’ success is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence.
This historic moment also drew attention to the issue of gender equality in gymnastics. The fact that the Yurchenko double pike had never been successfully performed by a woman until now raises questions about the disparity in difficulty ratings between men’s and women’s gymnastics. Biles’ achievement serves as a strong reminder that women are just as capable of executing complex and challenging moves as their male counterparts.
Biles’ dominance in the sport has solidified her status as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Her technical prowess, athleticism, and innovative routines have revolutionized women’s gymnastics. Biles continues to push the boundaries of what is possible and redefine what it means to be a gymnast.
Looking ahead, Biles’ focus now shifts to the team finals and individual apparatus finals. As the US women’s team strives for gold, Biles will undoubtedly be a key asset in their pursuit of victory. Fans and fellow gymnasts alike eagerly await her future performances, knowing that each one has the potential to make history once again.
In conclusion, Simone Biles has cemented her place in gymnastics history by successfully performing the Yurchenko double pike. This remarkable achievement not only adds another skill named after her but also highlights the immense talent and determination she possesses. Biles’ groundbreaking performance serves as an inspiration to aspiring gymnasts worldwide and raises important discussions about gender equality in the sport. Her continued success and relentless pursuit of excellence solidify her status as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time.
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